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Rio Ferdinand says two Manchester United figures changed his mind about Diogo Dalot
16.02.2024 - 19:17 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
Manchester United legend Rio Ferdinand has confessesd that he initially had doubts about Jose Mourinho signing Diogo Dalot.
However, various talks with notable figures from United helped him to change his perspective. Dalot has consistently featured in Erik ten Hag's preferred starting XI this season.
Nevertheless, it took some time for the Portugal international to garner the trust of expectant Old Trafford admirers like Ferdinand. The former defender revealed that he hasn't always been convinced that Dalot would succeed at United.
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Amongst the aspects contributing to Dalot becoming an integral part of the current United squad is his flexibility on the field. He's capable of playing both a right and left-back, which has proved useful, particularly during Luke Shaw's bouts of injury this term.
Dalot, who was brought in by Mourinho in 2018, has only been missed two games this season - the opening day triumph over Wolves as an unused substitute and the loss against West Ham in December due to suspension. Barring one of his 22 Premier League matches, he has seen through the entirety of the game each time.
Ferdinand has brought up Dalot's performance and recounted a discussion on the training ground that prompted a change of heart regarding the defender. Speaking on his Vibe with FIVE podcast, he stated: "Dalot needs a special mention because he's someone I doubted earlier."
Ferdinand added: "I remember speaking to Cristiano [Ronaldo] going 'Is he really going to be any good?' And Cristiano said 'Rio, he works, he'll work hard, he'll make himself better,
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